Explore Mayo

Explore Mayo

Castlebar and the best of Mayo, on your doorstep

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Our town

Right in Castlebar

Carragh House is right in the town centre, just a two-minute walk from restaurants and bars. Leave the car at ours and stroll in for dinner, a show or a match.

Restaurants serving traditional Irish and modern food

An intimate arts centre showing national and international artists

Concerts and shows at the TF Royal Theatre

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Days out

Our favourite days out

Good country. It rewards the traveler who takes time.

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Museum

National Museum of Ireland – Country Life

About 7 km away at Turlough. Ireland's rural past, displayed in the grounds of Turlough Park.

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Days out

Westport and Croagh Patrick

15 minutes' drive. One of Ireland's best-kept towns, sitting beside Ireland's most famous mountain.

A scenic cove with turquoise water gently meeting a sandy beach surrounded by green, rocky hills under a blue sky with wispy clouds.
Island

Achill Island

Reachable by car, with towering cliffs and stunning views across the Atlantic.

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Heritage

Ballintubber Abbey

About 14 km away. A historic abbey with a long and remarkable story.

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Craft

Foxford Woollen Mills

About 23 km away. A working mill and visitor centre with a proud heritage.

Scenic coastal landscape showing green grassy hills, rocky cliffs, a sandy beach, and ocean waves crashing against the shore under a clear blue sky.
Coast

The Wild Atlantic Way

Castlebar sits on the route of Ireland's famous coastal drive.

Castlebar International Four Day Walks

Every year from the 2nd to the 5th of July, Castlebar hosts the famous Four Day Walks. It draws huge numbers and is a great chance to experience the natural beauty Mayo has to offer. Taking part? Book early to secure your room.

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Families

Plenty to do with the kids

Castlebar is a safe, friendly town to visit with family.

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Swimming

Swimming and leisure

Castlebar swimming pool and Mayo Leisure Point.

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Cinema

A rainy-day favourite for all ages.

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Pitch and putt

An easy introduction to golf for younger guests.

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Riding

Horse riding

Riding in the Mayo countryside nearby.

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Cycling

The Greenway

Family-friendly cycling on traffic-free paths.

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Lough Lannagh

A lakeside walk close to town.

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Getting here

How to find us

Carragh House, Davitt's Terrace, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, F23 RH59. Free off-street parking for all guests, with secure parking at the rear for motorbikes and vans.

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Make Carragh House your base

Explore Mayo by day and come home to a comfortable room in the heart of Castlebar.

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